The play is based on Naoki Urasawa's manga Pluto, which itself is based on Tezuka's Astroboy. The play combines elements of manga, traditional Japanese Bunraku puppetry, elaborate design and media projection.

It's only running at the Barbican for a few days, so if you're interested we suggest you book now to avoid disappointment.

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Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui / Bunkamura Theatre Cocoon: Pluto
8–11 Feb 2018

A genre-defying show honouring the Japanese art form of manga, sensational visual effects, impactful storytelling and performances of physical grace to enliven the iconic Astro Boy tale. A striking 2003 reinterpretation of Astro Boy for the modern age, by Naoki Urasawa and Takashi Nagasaki, Pluto is directed by Belgian choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui in his first full-length theatre production.